When it comes to angel numbers, not all sequences carry the same energy. While some digits signal major life shifts and bold moves, 222 delivers a different kind of message entirely— one that’s less about forging ahead alone and more about the power of who you’re walking alongside.

If 222 has been following you around, on receipts, clocks, license plates, spiritual practitioners say it’s time to look at the relationships and collaborations in your life. This isn’t the universe’s way of telling you to make a dramatic change. Instead, it’s affirming that the connections you’re building right now are exactly what you need, and that balance, patience and teamwork are your superpowers at this moment.

Think of 222 as a cosmic reminder that you don’t have to do everything solo. Here’s what experts say this angel number really means.

What are angel numbers?

Sequences of repeating digits are often referred to as “angel numbers” in astrology and are believed to be messages from higher powers, according to numerology expert Novalee Wilder.

Angel numbers can be repeating patterns spotted throughout your life, as well, Wilder noted, such as seeing three black cats in a row.

“Angel numbers are confirmation that spirit is with you. That you are being guided or that you are on the right path,” Frances Naudé, reiki master, tarot reader and spiritual mentor, says.

She gives an example of the nudge of encouragement an angel number can provide. Let’s say you’re brainstorming something, then you see an angel number. “That’s a confirmation yes,” Naudé says.

Meet the experts featured in this article Aura reader Megan Firester, better known as Mystic Michaela, the author of “The Angel Numbers Book: How to Understand the Messages Your Spirit Guides Are Sending You”
Reiki master and tarot reader Frances Naudé
Psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson, author of “Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe”
Numerology expert Novalee Wilder
Astrologer Lisa Stardust, author of “Saturn Return Survival Guide”
Courtney Cunningham, certified crystal healer and co-founder of Moon & Stone

But if you’re in a hard moment or are feeling sad, they take on a different form. “I call them angel hugs. It’s this very loving hug or wink from the universe that you’re going to be OK.”

Beyond numbers, she says signs of affirmation can also come in the form of repetition, coincidence or synchronicity.

Psychic medium and best-selling author Laura Lynne Jackson tells TODAY.com that repeating numbers like 111 can be signs from your spirit team, which she calls your “Team of Light,” or a higher power.

“Those types of numbers are your Team of Light’s way of saying you are in the flow of light of the universe,” she says. “It means you’re exactly where you’re meant to be on your path in that moment.”

Jackson explained that through her readings, she’s found that spirit teams can manipulate numbers to send a message, which is why they often choose this format. She noted, however, that angel numbers don’t necessarily have to have a specific meaning to send a message.

“When we go through challenging times or difficult times, you’re usually exactly where you’re meant to be,” Jackson says.

What is the meaning of angel number 222?

If you spot a series of twos, it likely means that good things are on the way, according to TODAY’s resident astrologer Lisa Stardust.

In astrology, twos are typically a sign of harmony, balance and partnership, Stardust says, calling the sighting a “really good omen.”

Because twos naturally give a dualistic energy, Wilder says that this particular angel number could indicate a relationship is coming into your life if you’re single, or that you should be paying closer attention to the partnerships currently in your life.

Add it all up, and keywords for 222 include partnership, harmony, balance, commitment and compromise.

Professional aura reader Megan Firester shared her explanation behind 222 in “The Angel Numbers Book: How to Understand the Messages Your Spirit Guides Are Sending You.” The book explores hundreds of number patterns, though she explains that most derive from a base number — in this case, the number two.

“Trust: You build your life with gratitude,” she wrote of seeing the number two. “It’s not just the big things you can hope for; it’s also the little things, which keep everything together. You are never alone, and your angels are reminding you that so many small things together create a miraculous and cumulative outcome.”

The digit repeating itself twice in 22 could be telling you to believe that “you are building the life you want.”

“Your angels are in direct communication with you,” she wrote. “This number is a powerful message that your life is being created with their divine assistance. You are in a space of high-vibrational energy right now!”

When the twos repeat three times to make 222, this could be a sign to “trust your place in life right now.”

“You are in the right place at the right time. Take a look around and enjoy the moment,” Firester wrote. “Everything is where it’s supposed to be.”

What does angel number 222 mean for love?

When 222 appears in your life, it’s shining a spotlight on partnership, collaboration and the importance of working together. And contrary to what you might assume, this isn’t exclusively about romantic love.

“222 is all about partnership and collaboration,” Courtney Cunningham, certified crystal healer and co-founder of Moon & Stone, says.

“This number in love, it’s about balance, it’s about harmony, it’s about patience, it’s about alignment and really working with your partner.”

But Cunningham emphasized that partnership can take many forms. “It doesn’t have to mean love like romantic love. It could be your best friend, your child — however that is for you, but it is about partnership, collab and working together.”

If you’re in a romantic relationship, 222 is encouraging you to focus on collaboration rather than competition, to practice patience with your partner, and to trust that you’re building something meaningful together. For those who are single, this number might be signaling that an important relationship, romantic or otherwise, is developing in your life.

According to numerology expert Novalee Wilder, 222 is sending a message to focus your attention on your heart connections, meaning friendships, romantic relationships and family ties.

However, she notes that twos do not signify brief connections or everyday encounters. The angel numbers are referring to the deep (and sometimes challenging) connections in your life, and likely those that you’ve been thinking about lately or causing some heartache.

Twos do not carry a heavy energy, though, Wilder says, adding that it’s rather fun and playful. Your angels could be inviting you to let go and take things lightly: “Could this be easier? Could you have fun with this? Have you forgotten to have fun in this relationship? Have you forgotten the lightness of it?”

TODAY’s resident astrologer Lisa Stardust says she tends to equate two energy specifically to the Two of Cups card in tarot, which is about two people coming together to “strike harmony and balance to work cooperatively together.”

What does angel number 222 mean for your career?

In your professional life, 222 carries that same collaborative energy — but here, it’s specifically about trusting your teammates and the connections you’re forming at work.

“The same goes for career,” Cunningham says. “It’s leaning into teamwork, it’s trusting your teammates, it’s trusting your co-workers, and really trusting that the right professional connections are being formed for you.”

If you’ve been seeing 222 at work or when thinking about your career, it could be a sign to stop trying to do everything yourself. This is a moment to delegate, to ask for help, to collaborate on that project you’ve been tackling solo. The universe is reminding you that your success doesn’t have to come from individual achievement alone. In fact, the partnerships you’re building now might be the key to your next breakthrough.

This number can also indicate that the professional relationships you’re developing are more significant than they might appear on the surface. That colleague you’ve been working closely with, the mentor who’s been offering guidance, or the team you’ve recently joined— 222 suggests these connections are aligning perfectly with where you need to go.

The message isn’t to change jobs or make a dramatic career move. Instead, 222 is asking you to lean into the collaborative opportunities already present in your work life and trust that you’re building something valuable through partnership.

What should you do if you keep seeing angel number 222?

If you’re seeing twos all over the place, try to relinquish control of a situation and trust the process. According to Wilder, the message is less about controlling a relationship and more about taking it as an invitation for change and improvement.

For friendships, Wilder suggested trying out a fun, new activity as opposed to falling into old habits. Say If you find yourself constantly gossiping with a friend and it’s bringing negative energy into your life, try an activity that brings excitement and positivity.

In a romantic relationship, lean into cultivating a sense of fun. Wilder advised to not make dates too serious, but rather spend time doing something light-hearted. Rather than concentrating on finding the spark again, act with generosity and have fun. You’ll make the spark yourself.

Firester advised those seeing repeating twos to create a gratitude list to remember that “many small things” add up to a “miraculous” life.

For those seeing 222 all over the place, she provided the following mantra: “I believe in myself as I grow.”